How to eliminate QuickBooks Error 1904
                     Here's a Quick Way to 
Rectify
QuickBooks Error 1904
Trying to install QuickBooks Desktop on the computer, but every attempt is leading you 
to QuickBooks Error 1904? If yes, then this is the exact right place for you to know 
what to do next. You might be seeing an error message on your computer screen stating, 
“[file path/name/extension] failed to register." Getting such types of QuickBooks 
installation errors can be a bit frustrating for many users. Therefore, through this post, 
we will provide you with the proper troubleshooting guide to get rid of QuickBooks error 
code 1904 with safety.
Troubled with QuickBooks error 1904 and want to overcome it instantly? If 
yes, feel free to contact our QuickBooks experts at the toll-free number 
(1-855-856-0042).

What causes QuickBooks error code 1904? 
The most usual reason behind the occurrence of QuickBooks error code 1904 is the 
damaged Microsoft MSXML component. Though, there can be other reasons as well 
behind it, such as:
Damaged installation files of QuickBooks Desktop. 
What should be done to fix QuickBooks error code 1904?
Solution 1) Manually register the MSXML DLL files again 
Instructions to register MSXML in the 64-Bit operating system: 
Press Windows on your keyboard to open the Windows Start menu.
Enter “CMD” in the search box and right-click on its icon.
There are several options available, one of which is the "Run as administrator" option. 
At the C: prompt, type “cd\windows\syswow64.”
After that, type “regsvr32 MSXML6.dll” and press Enter on your keyboard.
Instructions to register MSXML in the 32-Bit operating 
system:
 
To access the Run command window, use the keyboard shortcut Windows + R.
Enter “CMD” in the search space and then select OK.
Enter the command "regsvr32 MSXML6.dll" into your keyboard and hit the Enter 
key
If you get QuickBooks error 1904 again, proceed to the second solution.
Solution 2) Run the QuickBooks Install Diagnostic tool to 
fix the QuickBooks installation
Download QuickBooks Tool Hub of the latest version (1.5.0.0) in the 
Downloads folder.
Run the downloaded file titled QuickBooksToolHub.exe and follow the on-
screen instructions.
Agree to the terms and conditions to conclude the installation of QuickBooks 
Tool Hub.
Open QuickBooks Tool Hub and select Installation Issues (given on the left 
pane).
Click QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool and let the tool function.
Note: QuickBooks Install Diagnostic Tool might take up to 20 minutes to fix 
the QuickBooks installation files.
When the fixing of the QuickBooks installation files completes, restart your 
computer.
Check whether you are able to install QuickBooks Desktop now.
Conclusion:
If you can’t get over QuickBooks Error 1904 even after applying the 
troubleshooting solutions that we have explained above in the post, then 
there is a high chance that QuickBooks Desktop installation is failing 
because of insufficient Windows permissions. Hence, our recommendation 
for you is to grant the required Windows permissions to QuickBooks 
Desktop. For additional troubleshooting assistance to fix QuickBooks error 
code 1904, you can talk to our QuickBooks officials at (1-855-856-0042).